Whirlpool ER8MHMXMQ00 - Installation Manual

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Location Requirements

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a

1

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2

in.

(12.70 mm) space on each side. Allow 3 in. (7.5 cm) of space between
overhead cabinets and refrigerator top. Allow at least 1 in. (25.40 mm)
between back of cabinet and the wall. If your refrigerator has an ice
maker, make sure you leave some extra space at the back for the water
line connections.

If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2 in.
(5.08 cm) minimum on the hinge side (depending on your model) to
allow for the door to swing open.

For questions about features, operation/performance parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call for assistance

1-800-461-5681, for installation or service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.com/canada

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WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Door Removal

See Use & Care Guide for
instructions to reverse the door
swing.

1. Unplug refrigerator or

disconnect power.

2. Keep both doors closed until

you are ready to lift them free
from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional
support for the doors while
the hinges are being moved.
Do not depend on the door
magnets to hold the doors in
place while you are working.

3. Remove the parts for the top

hinge as shown in Top Hinge
graphic.

4. Lift the freezer door free from

the cabinet.

5. Remove the parts for the cen-

ter hinge as shown in the
Center Hinge graphic.

6. Lift the refrigerator door free

from the cabinet.

7. Remove the parts for the

bottom hinge as shown in the
Bottom Hinge graphic.

Normal Sounds

• Buzzing sound when water

valve opens

• Ice falling into the storage

bucket

• Sizzling during defrost periods

• Click of defrost timer

• Dripping water as it runs into

the evaporator pan

Leveling

Adjust the front
rollers to prevent the
refrigerator from
rocking on an
uneven floor.

See Use & Care
Guide for
instructions.

Center Hinge

2. Center Hinge

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Top Hinge

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Bottom Hinge

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WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other
heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below
40°F (5°C).